John Ford - Dreaming the Quiet Man

Running Time

90 minutes

Financiers

IFB, TG4, BCI

Producers

Martina Durac, Vanessa Gildea

Status

mid 2010

Photography

Paddy Jordan

Director/Script

Sé Merry Doyle

Editors

Sé Merry Doyle, Nicky Dunne

There are cinematic milestones that have left a marked impression on the landscapes in which they were filmed. John Ford's take on his idealized vision of Ireland, 'The Quiet Man', is one such film. When it was released 'The Quiet Man' became a monster hit all across the world and wonOscars for Best Director and Best Cinematography. Its impact went way beyond the Irish Diaspora and it has resonated with international audiences for over 50 years now. This documentary delves into the story of the making of the film and features contributions from wellknown commentators and film makers including Peter Bogdanovich, Martin Scorsese, Jim Sheridan and, exclusively, Maureen O' Hara.